All People's Abyss: My skills are infinitely enhanced

Chapter 1051 Exhibition
Lung Wai originally wanted to invite Tao Yu to stay at his large villa. As the most popular action star in Hong Kong, Lung Wai himself is quite wealthy and owns a luxury villa on Victoria Peak in Hong Kong.

However, Tao Yu came here to make her presence felt; simply staying in that wealthy area would be out of touch with reality.

He wanted to see more about just how many worlds this place had stitched together.

"Young Master, many prominent figures in Hong Kong have sent you invitations. What are your thoughts?"

Old John brought several invitations, including to all four major families of Hong Kong. In terms of net worth alone, they far exceeded the assets Tao Yu inherited, and even Old John, with his pride, attached great importance to them.

"There are quite a few, let's find some time to meet them all."

Tao Yu didn't appear too aloof. In fact, most of these invitations from wealthy people were purely out of courtesy, due to their titles.

In terms of pure benefits, Tao Yu couldn't offer them anything, at least on the surface.

Having achieved their current status, most of them are now concerned about their own image.

“I think so too. There’s a famous jewelry exhibition going on at the hotel where we’re staying recently. It features many unique pieces of jewelry that are one-of-a-kind in the world. We could go and see them together then.”

As a butler, Old John handled many trivial matters and also learned in advance about some of the major events that would be held in Hong Kong recently.

This jewelry exhibition is a great platform.

Tao Yu couldn't help but smile when she heard Old John's words. If she hadn't been able to sense the guy's unwavering loyalty, she would have suspected that he was in cahoots with the 'Doctor'.

Or perhaps the guy who hired the killer has arranged something else.

If nothing unexpected happens, that jewelry exhibition will become the new target of the medical team that murdered Li Jie's family.

If these are all unique pieces of jewelry, then the value they contain is much greater than robbing a bank.

"Okay, let's take this opportunity to let everyone get to know each other."

Tao Yu remained noncommittal, as there was no need to directly reveal his wizarding and magical abilities at this time.

However, relying solely on one's physical abilities and skills, gradually building a reputation is sufficient.

In addition to this jewelry exhibition, there have been other events recently.

For example, Wong Si-fu, the King of Gamblers, will take advantage of his parole to have a showdown with Ko Chun, the God of Gamblers, on the high seas.

That cruise ship is also a sightseeing cruise ship, and many prominent figures will be going to watch the battle.

Besides these seemingly glamorous events, the Hong Kong police force and gangs are also experiencing a period of great upheaval.

Ni Kun, the most senior leader of the Hung Hing triad, was assassinated. Because the Ni family had always been in charge of the Tsim Sha Tsui triad, they were a rather special branch in Hung Hing. The leader was not directly appointed or supervised, but was succeeded by Ni Kun's son, Ni Yongxiao.

He has now used his iron-fisted methods to win back several of his scheming leaders.

On the other hand, Chan Ho-nam has also begun to show his prowess in Causeway Bay, and is a general under Big B of the Causeway Bay triad.

As for Tung Sing, they are competing for a new leader. The original leader, Ah Chui, although he is very senior, only has a few bars under his command and has little power. The most powerful, Da D, and the most famous, Lok Siu, are the most likely competitors.

Raven is Big D's number one henchman.

On the police front, there are legendary figures like Chan Kwok-wing, rising star Chan Ka-kui, Flying Tigers officer Chow Sing-sing, Mobile Police Unit officer Ho Man-chin, Anti-Triad Unit officer Fat Sha, and Serious Crimes Unit A Superintendent Wong Chi-shing...

"Huh? The Miscellaneous Affairs Department..."

Tao Yu conducted an in-depth investigation after arriving in Hong Kong. When he saw the files that Hei had accessed, he couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. However, given the strangeness of the situation, it seemed to make sense.

The miscellaneous affairs department also deals with very difficult issues, and they are almost immortal, which can be seen as an alternative manifestation of a bizarre rule.

However, compared to some tricky and bizarre phenomena, it is still quite different.

Tao Yu raised a finger, and the restrained jackal soul was released. Beside it was a Dementor that Tao Yu had captured.

Compared to the spirit of the jackal, the Dementor's eerie appearance is far more terrifying; its mere presence in the room chills the entire space.

Dementors are similar to spirits; ordinary people cannot see them, but can only sense their chilling aura.

Even the basilisk, under Tao Yu's control, slowly swam from Tai Ying towards Hong Kong.

That thing has thick skin and tough flesh, so there's no need to worry about any accidents on the road.

"Have you sensed any special magnetic field or changes in yourself in this area?"

While Tao Yu reached out and examined the jackal's soul, he also tried to understand the changes in its own thoughts.

"There's a strange feeling, as if I can attach myself to someone."

The jackal spoke honestly, and even now, he looked at Tao Yu with a hint of fear.

He was just preparing to complete a mission, but not only did he perish here, his soul was also extracted and turned into a mud dog.

He was genuinely terrified of the young-looking master before him.

So even though he felt that he seemed to have some kind of possession ability, he didn't dare to show it at all, and had no intention of fighting back.

"There have been some minor changes, but nothing serious... they're much easier to handle."

Tao Yu initially thought it might have become strange, but now it seems that it can only be considered a mutation of the spirit. Perhaps it was affected by something strange, but at most it could be the emergence of strange servants or something.

The reason why the miscellaneous affairs department can't be killed is simply because they don't have the corresponding mystical methods.

"Actually, now that demon tamers are gradually appearing, theoretically, if the Miscellaneous Affairs Department could obtain the assistance of certain special demon tamers, it could also solve the problem..."

However, the increasing strange occurrences are only just beginning, and the response mechanisms formed by various parties are only just being established. It will likely be difficult for Hong Kong to obtain the necessary assistance during this rather awkward period.

After all, Britain itself is a crippled institution with little control, so it can only offer bounties.

It's not time to return yet, and support from the mainland is limited.

"A balance has indeed been achieved..."

The collision and mutual influence of multiple worlds resulted in the Miscellaneous Affairs Department being almost unaffected by the strange world, and they were still using the same methods as before...

"Huh? There are other things that can also cause damage..."

Tao Yu had already thoroughly grasped the alchemical rules of this world, and with his own analytical abilities, he easily completed the tracing of the source simply by holding the jackal's soul in the air and studying it.

Physically, sounds at certain frequencies can interfere with a ghost's ability to receive information. Additionally, items related to cows can also be used to drive away ghosts.

"Isn't this the setting for the Night of Return of the Soul?"

"Then let's leave it at that. The opening of this strange world should serve as a warning to the world. We should gradually bring this matter into the open, and the wizarding world can follow suit..."

Tao Yu has already made his own plans.

Revealing the state of the bizarre world all at once would be too shocking and could cause turmoil and panic, which could be a side effect.

But by gradually desensitizing, starting with the most common ghosts, one's ability to accept them should slowly increase...

……

Hong Kong is a place where land is incredibly valuable, but it also boasts the most magnificent villas and the most luxurious hotels.

The hotel for the jewelry exhibition is a building like this, a place where even triads dare not compete for parking services.

The jewelry exhibition mainly used the hotel's rooftop super hall, but there were already staff checking invitations and a complete security team at the entrance.

Every security guard was dressed in a suit and sunglasses, looking quite sharp.

However, these guys, who looked quite impressive, were nothing more than showpieces in the eyes of Tao Yu's two bodyguards and Jackal.

"It's all just superficial. They don't coordinate their monitoring of each other, leaving many blind spots. They don't seem vigilant at all, and they're even laughing and joking with each other. The muscles they're flexing don't look natural either. They're probably just from working out or even using performance-enhancing drugs. It's just for looks and to fool people..."

After undergoing the detector inspection, George gave some disapproving comments about the security personnel.

"The security here is very good; all they have to do is bluff."

Tao Yu said calmly.

The jackals floating beside Tao Yu were also pondering how many ways they could get in and assassinate him.

Actually, they didn't even need to come in. Just as Tao Yu and his group entered, a man and a woman successfully slipped in.

Although the two weren't carrying cameras, Tao Yu had a good memory and recognized them at a glance as the two reporters from the airport.

They had no invitations at all, but they still managed to get away with it. They even seemed very happy and secretly gave each other a peace sign.

"Sir, you cannot enter without an invitation."

The sound came from the doorway again, demonstrating the professionalism of the security personnel.

A police officer pulled out his badge and tried to come in, but was ruthlessly stopped.

Tao Yu glanced back and saw that the other person's gaze was fixed on the jackal spirit behind her, and then couldn't help but smile.
"They keep refusing to let in what should be let in; they're really professional at it..."

……

Meanwhile, Li Guoqiang, standing at the door, had no choice but to contact his superior.

“I saw a ghost follow me in. I’ve never seen such a clear figure before. I got goosebumps all over when it floated past me. It had a foreign face. I felt like something terrible was going to happen!”

"Wait for me, I'll be right there. I'll ask a colleague from another department to coordinate."

Huang Yaozu never expected that he would encounter a series of major cases even though he was about to retire.

He was investigating a series of murders, which he suspected were committed by the same ghost that caused several teenage girls to 'commit suicide'.

But now this jewelry exhibition is too complicated, so he has to temporarily stop his work and come over to work with the successor he's looking for.

At the same time, he directly called He Wenzhan, the captain of the mobile unit in charge of that area.

He explained that he and his colleagues were going inside, and that there was danger inside.

“Inspector Wong, we have already patrolled this hotel many times in advance. In addition, there are some colleagues from the Serious Crimes Unit nearby, and there are also our own people in the area. There is no need to worry about security.”

Ho Man-chan is a senior police officer with a good reputation in the Tactical Unit. He is also very loyal and will help his colleagues.

Moreover, he is not rigid in his thinking, and sometimes he will use some unconventional methods when dealing with certain gangs.

Although He Wenzhan had good connections and knew Huang Yaozu, he was not in a high position and did not know what the miscellaneous affairs department was really dealing with.

They really treated the Miscellaneous Affairs Section as a logistics department, thinking it was a new recruit in the Miscellaneous Affairs Section trying to use his police officer status to sneak into the jewelry exhibition to broaden his horizons.

In this kind of situation, he wouldn't use connections. Those inside are all influential figures; one wrong move and he'd be in deep trouble. "Wenzhan, this matter is very serious, but due to some confidentiality issues, I can't tell you. Let Guoqiang in first, and I'll report to my superiors and complete the necessary paperwork immediately. I'll be there shortly."

Huang Yaozu spoke very seriously over the phone.

His attitude surprised He Wenzhan for a moment, but he still nodded.
"Okay, hurry up and don't make things difficult for me."

He Wenzhan didn't hide the fact that he was making the call from his subordinates, because they were in charge of this area and had recently received many requests to enter the jewelry exhibition to broaden their horizons, but they had refused them all.

At this moment, a team member said...

"Captain, isn't this inappropriate?"

"Once you put on this uniform, you're one of us. One of us should help one of us. I believe there must be a reason why Inspector Wong would do this."

As He Wenzhan finished speaking, he walked towards the hotel entrance and waved to Li Guoqiang.

"Guoqiang, are you getting used to the miscellaneous affairs department? You killed the serial killer back then, I thought you were going to get promoted."

Li Guoqiang used to be a patrol officer and often met with He Wenzhan's team; they even cooperated with each other before.

"Well, it's a long story, but it's fine as it is now."

Li Guoqiang also had a lot of grievances to share.

Because of that incident, I was able to see spirits, and that's why I was assigned to my current department.

"That's good. Get some rest. You were shot before, so you're not really fit for the front line anymore."

While chatting, He Wenzhan led Li Guoqiang to the door and escorted him inside.

The mobile unit is itself a quasi-military riot control force, and theoretically, they should also be responsible for the security work inside the venue.

There is a professional security team inside, so they just patrol outside.

But arranging for some players to go inside the field for protection shouldn't be a big problem...

However, their conversation and actions at the door were captured on a surveillance camera in the room across the street.

A burly man wearing a beret spoke to the doctor beside him.

"Boss, the mobile unit just let another one in, making it five in total, including the four already in there. And those two bodyguards of that little duke aren't pushovers either, plus that action star Long Wei... Things are getting a bit complicated..."

"Trouble? How could there be no trouble if we wanted to get such a fat target? But they can't bring heavy firepower when they go in. And it's not just the young duke's bodyguards. All four major families have come this time. Although they are all young people, there are quite a few people in total."

The doctor seemed indifferent. Whether they were bodyguards or disguised police officers, the most they could bring into this place was a handgun, which posed a threat, but they were more concerned about the safety of the hostages!
"Actually, this is a good thing for us. These people are all rich and powerful, so it will be easier to evacuate them if something goes wrong after we take them hostage."

"That's what the boss said."

"You have to think things through. Pros and cons always go hand in hand. You have to rely on yourself."

The doctor patted the other person on the shoulder, then stood up and turned the watch on his wrist.

"I'll be heading there soon too."

The doctor managed to get an invitation and thus gained access; the police had an undercover agent inside, so naturally he could too…

……

The jewelry exhibition hall on the top floor is truly magnificent, with various unique pieces of jewelry preserved in secure bulletproof glass.

Meanwhile, the younger generation of the four major families had already started talking with Tao Yu.

Because there was no conflict of interest between them, and it was purely a mutual support based on reputation, the atmosphere was quite good.

Although those who came were the most outstanding representatives of the younger generation, it was hard to say how much they would ultimately inherit. Many of their words contained a hint of envy as they faced Tao Yu, who had inherited the title and wealth all by himself.

They are all extremely wealthy, so there's no question of them trying to curry favor.

“These jewels are indeed quite nice. My old man originally wanted to collect the final set, but unfortunately it’s not for sale. The price on the black market has already reached one hundred million US dollars.”

The young master of the Li family spoke of it as if it were his own treasure.

The price of this jewelry exceeds that of Tao Yu.

However, they weren't very interested in the jewelry exhibition itself. Several of them had actually handled the jewelry up close, and it looked much better than what was on display.

For them, this grand jewelry exhibition was nothing more than an ordinary dinner party.

The bodyguards from several families surrounded the people who were talking. Apart from them taking the initiative to invite them to chat or exchanging greetings with those who were really familiar with them, few people in the vicinity were willing to come over and disturb them.

This made Lok Wai-ching so anxious that she stomped her feet.

"Am I not pretty enough? Are these young masters just hanging out with each other? Are they all gay?"

Lok Wai-ching muttered curses under her breath.

"At their level, they probably don't care much about beautiful women anymore, right?"

The photographer speculated that they might have gotten tired of it, or perhaps they needed to make a good impression right now and didn't want to create any scandals.

Although you are beautiful, you seem unreliable. If this gets out, it will definitely have an impact.

Besides Yue Huizhen keeping an eye on Tao Yu's group, Huang Yaozu and Li Guoqiang had also arrived nearby.

Looking at the jackals that were obediently floating around Tao Yu, the two were also a little undecided.
"It is indeed a ghost unlike any I have ever seen before. Logically speaking, shouldn't such a clear ghost be a vengeful spirit with a strong obsession? Although its face is fierce, it behaves very rationally."

Huang Yaozu had worked in the miscellaneous affairs department for many years and had seen all sorts of ghosts.

For most ghosts, there's no need for special treatment. Just put up some construction notices nearby to reduce people's disturbance.

Many ghosts dissipate on their own after their obsessions dissipate.

Huang Yaozu often had to act as a neighborhood committee auntie, going over to comfort and counsel some of the more irritable ghosts.

Shots will only be fired if there is a case of ghost possession.

Now, they were both a little confused about this one.

At first, I was worried about what would happen if the spirit possessed a big shot, and I thought it might be impossible to handle the situation if the spirit were to shoot and kill them directly.

"Perhaps he is the ghost of that duke's family? Is his obsession to protect this young duke?"

Li Guoqiang guessed.

"Well... that's somewhat possible. I once saw a mother protecting her child."

Huang Yaozu himself was also a little uncertain.

"Let's observe first. As long as nothing goes wrong at this meeting, he is, after all, a Duke of England, and he will return sooner or later."

"makes sense."

Given the other party's special status, this was the only way they could resort to.

"By the way, how's that case we're investigating going? It seems like there are quite a few victims."

"It's certain that it was done by the same vengeful ghost, but we still lack clues."

Just then, a voice came from the side.
What clues are missing?

Looking back, they saw that Tao Yu had somehow crept up to them.

The jackal's soul, too, was coldly watching the two of them.

This was clearly a target that needed to be monitored, yet it approached this close in the instant they were distracted.

If this ghost causes trouble, then something terrible will happen!
Thinking of this, both of them broke out in a cold sweat.

"Does Your Excellency the Duke know them? Wouldn't you like to introduce them?"

The young masters had only come to meet this man, and when they saw him approach the two of them, they followed him over as well.

This made Huang Yaozu and Li Guoqiang seem a little awkward, unsure of how to explain.

"They were probably talking about ghosts and strange events before, which you all should be aware of, right?"

"The miscellaneous affairs department?"

"How did you end up here...?"

Upon hearing Tao Yu's words, two young men immediately frowned, then looked around with some apprehension. The two bodyguards nearby also moved closer, seemingly equally wary of something.

"you know?"

Li Guoqiang was stunned for a moment.

"Ha, what an interesting little police officer."

Another young master seemed unable to resist letting out a laugh.

At this time, the four major families are at the height of their power; they are the uncrowned kings of Hong Kong.

For them, there are no secrets in Hong Kong.

“I’ve heard that the miscellaneous affairs department may also be responsible for handling strange cases in the future, but there are no suitable candidates yet, and the two of them alone may not be enough.”

“It’s too difficult to find a master of demons. My father originally wanted to hire a few, but then he heard that their personalities are very unstable, which is a problem for now.”

"Fortunately, this kind of thing doesn't happen very often, and it's not as frequent as the miscellaneous affairs department."

Li Guoqiang and Huang Yaozu felt as if they were naked, with no secrets from them, and they were completely unaware of the things the two were discussing.

Li Guoqiang, being young and impetuous, pointed to the jackals beside Tao Yu and said...

"So, everyone is aware of this guy's existence now?"

"what?"

When Li Guoqiang pointed at thin air, the young masters were all stunned.

"Ghosts! Can't you see them...?"

Li Guoqiang's words immediately caused the temperature in the vicinity to drop several degrees...

(End of this chapter)